Why Do Red-winged Blackbirds Sing?
I don’t know about you but for me at least, hearing the silence of winter break with the sweet sounds of a red-winged blackbird for… Read More »Why Do Red-winged Blackbirds Sing?
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The Frustrating Part Of Winter Bird Watching
We’ve all heard the phrase “Here today, Gone Tomorrow” haven’t we? Well, if you’re a bird watcher you most certainly have some experience with the… Read More »The Frustrating Part Of Winter Bird Watching
The Farmington Bay Great Blue Heron Rookery Is Active Again
I know it’s way too early to start thinking about spring but if you were at Farmington Bay with me this evening that’s exactly what… Read More »The Farmington Bay Great Blue Heron Rookery Is Active Again
The Most Remote Working Phone In America A Bird Watcher Might Ever Use
If you are fortunate enough to visit, let’s hope you never have to use their phone. The last time I was there, I picked up… Read More »The Most Remote Working Phone In America A Bird Watcher Might Ever Use
Why More Tundra Swans Doesn’t Always Mean Better Bird Watching
Sometimes as bird watchers we unknowingly fall into the trap of believing in the notion more birds always means a better bird-watching experience. Well, I… Read More »Why More Tundra Swans Doesn’t Always Mean Better Bird Watching
Crows Are Certainly One Intelligent Bird For Sure
It has been said that crows are one of the most intelligent birds in nature and from a recent observation of them in my yard,… Read More »Crows Are Certainly One Intelligent Bird For Sure
Thousands Of Tundra Swans Are Showing Up At Farmington Bay WMA
Today, I took a drive out to Farmington Bay WMA to see how the tundra swan migration is shaping up. Well, suffice it to say,… Read More »Thousands Of Tundra Swans Are Showing Up At Farmington Bay WMA
What Is Going On With Bird Migration This Winter?
The miracle of bird migration is arguably one of the greatest wonders of nature and a most fascinating part of bird life that seems to… Read More »What Is Going On With Bird Migration This Winter?
A Slow Day Birding On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Still Nets 26 Bald Eagles Today
It’s the dreary doldrums of winter and sometimes the bird watching is a little slow this time of year, even on the famed Bear River… Read More »A Slow Day Birding On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Still Nets 26 Bald Eagles Today
Should Farmington Bay WMA Add Another Great Blue Heron Rookery?
If you’ve been reading this blog for very long, you have certainly noticed my ever-growing fondness for the great blue heron. It might even be… Read More »Should Farmington Bay WMA Add Another Great Blue Heron Rookery?
Great Blue Herons Spotted On The Rookery At Farmington Bay
As a nature photographer who has seen a lot of oddities throughout my travels, I never in a million years thought I would be taking… Read More »Great Blue Herons Spotted On The Rookery At Farmington Bay
I’ve Been Looking For The Missing Bald Eagles And I Found Some Today, Including One In A Nest
If you’ve been out and about looking for the wintering bald eagles along the Wasatch Front but coming up empty-handed, you’re not alone. This year… Read More »I’ve Been Looking For The Missing Bald Eagles And I Found Some Today, Including One In A Nest
Are The Nature Trails At Farmington Bay Handicap Accessible?
A few days ago, one of my readers emailed me with a question about a couple of the places I regularly blog about with regards… Read More »Are The Nature Trails At Farmington Bay Handicap Accessible?
Bird Watching For Chukar Partridge On Antelope Island
Let’s face it, when it comes to birding, the chukar partridge isn’t at the top of very many bird watchers’ shortlist of must-have birds to… Read More »Bird Watching For Chukar Partridge On Antelope Island
Another Early Season Bird Sighting Today At Farmington Bay
If there is one thing I’ve learned the past couple of years while out bird watching, it’s to always expect the unexpected. As an example,… Read More »Another Early Season Bird Sighting Today At Farmington Bay